{"id":364,"date":"2021-06-22T14:27:04","date_gmt":"2021-06-22T14:27:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/allstatepeterbilt\/?p=364"},"modified":"2025-08-25T19:22:03","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T19:22:03","slug":"benefits-of-buying-used-commercial-trucks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.allstatepeterbilt.com\/blog\/benefits-of-buying-used-commercial-trucks\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Buying Used Commercial Trucks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether you\u2019re an independent trucker ready to upgrade your <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.allstatepeterbilt.com\/blog\/a-tour-inside-a-big-rig\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">big rig<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> or you\u2019re a business owner who needs to improve a fleet of vehicles, it\u2019s worth weighing the pros and cons of investing in used commercial trucks rather than brand new models. Check out the reasons below to see why. <\/span><br><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3>Benefits of Buying a Used Semi Truck<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Is it a good idea to buy a used semi truck? Absolutely! There\u2019s no need to force yourself to get a new big rig if you don\u2019t have the budget for it. Instead, you can look at the many popular models of the past few years to see if any of them have everything you need at a price that\u2019s right.&nbsp; <\/span><\/p>\n<h4>When debating buying a new semi truck vs. used, consider the following:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You might be able to save a substantial amount of money by buying a used truck. While a new model might be priced well over $100,000, a used one might be way under $100,000. So, whether you\u2019re planning on <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.allstatepeterbilt.com\/blog\/buy-or-lease-a-semi\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">financing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">,<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.allstatepeterbilt.com\/blog\/benefits-of-commercial-truck-leasing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> leasing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, or paying cash, you may have more money left over when you buy used.\n<p><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Choosing a used truck might also help you save money when it comes to insurance for your vehicle. Try getting a rough idea of how much your insurance would cost if you were to go with a newer model versus an older model. Doing so can help you make the right decision if your goal is to stretch your budget as much as possible.\n<p><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A significant amount of depreciation occurs in the first year of a new truck. Then, the depreciation slows down. If you play your cards right, you might be able to get a solid deal on a truck that\u2019s about a year old, and even get a high price for it when you\u2019re ready to sell it later on.\n<p><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When you buy used, you can do more research into what other truckers have to say about a vehicle that has been around for some time. This can give you greater insight into whether or not it will perform the way you want it to, and whether or not it\u2019ll be reliable enough for your needs. With brand new models that few people have driven, it might be harder to figure out if there are problems that need to be addressed, such as recalls or faulty features.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What to Check When Buying a Used Semi Truck<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Although there are plenty of benefits you can reap from buying a used commercial truck, there are also potential drawbacks. What is the best way to buy a used semi truck, and what steps can you take to avoid disappointment? &nbsp; <\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Buying a used semi truck checklist:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Carefully inspect the truck inside and out, and take it for a test drive if you can. Make sure everything about the vehicle is in good working condition.\n<p><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ask plenty of questions about the history of the vehicle, including if it\u2019s been involved in any accidents. The more you can learn about a truck, the better you can gauge whether it will provide the value you want. <br><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Always check the mileage on a truck before purchasing it. One of the potential drawbacks of buying used is high mileage. And when there\u2019s that much wear and tear on a vehicle, it may increase the odds that you\u2019ll need to spend more time and money on repairs and maintenance.\n<p><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Older trucks might have engines that create more pollution, and they might also get less gas mileage. If these are issues you\u2019re concerned about, search for newer models that can help you save money on fuel while being <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.allstatepeterbilt.com\/blog\/dpf-doc-cleaning\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">better for the environment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.\n<p><\/p><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Buying from a dealership is a smart way to go, especially if you don\u2019t know a vehicle\u2019s owner personally. The dealer can help you find the right truck at the ideal price and might even offer a warranty. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>No Matter What, Shop with Care!<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether you\u2019re buying new or used, shopping with care is key. But one great thing about buying used is that there are so many options on the market, even from top manufacturers like <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.allstatepeterbilt.com\/blog\/peterbilt-379-performance-and-capabilities\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Peterbilt<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. You can upgrade to a better truck that has a host of <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.allstatepeterbilt.com\/blog\/introduction-to-automatic-auto-desorb-feature-on-mx-powered-peterbilt-chassis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">modern features<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, and you can spend less on a vehicle that still runs perfectly.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ready to shop? To get an idea of the type of used truck inventory that\u2019s currently available, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allstatepeterbilt.com\/used-trucks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">click here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. &nbsp; <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>Sources:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/maberbg.com\/2017\/09\/26\/3-benefits-of-buying-a-used-semi-truck\/\">http:\/\/maberbg.com\/2017\/09\/26\/3-benefits-of-buying-a-used-semi-truck\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coopskw.com\/benefits-cautions-of-buying-pre-owned-commercial-vehicles\/\">https:\/\/www.coopskw.com\/benefits-cautions-of-buying-pre-owned-commercial-vehicles\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rigbooks.com\/resources\/buying-truck-should-you-get-new-or-used-rig\">https:\/\/www.rigbooks.com\/resources\/buying-truck-should-you-get-new-or-used-rig<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smart-trucking.com\/buying-a-used-big-rig\/\">https:\/\/www.smart-trucking.com\/buying-a-used-big-rig\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Updated on June 23, 2021<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re an independent trucker ready to upgrade your big rig or you\u2019re a business owner who needs to improve a fleet of vehicles, it\u2019s worth weighing the pros and cons of investing in used commercial trucks rather than brand new models. 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